Physicians; persons without degree knowingly representing themselves as such. (HB1938)
Introduced By
Del. Bob Purkey (R-Virginia Beach)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Medical professions; what constitutes practice. Adds "physician" to list of words that, when used in connection with a person's name, creates a presumption of intent to practice healing arts. Adds the requirement that no person other than those who have received a degree as a medical doctor or doctor of osteopathy shall use the term "physician" in connection with his name or practice. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 01/05/2007 | Committee |
| 01/05/2007 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/10/07 077617472 |
| 01/05/2007 | Referred to Committee on Health, Welfare and Institutions |
| 01/12/2007 | Impact statement from DPB (HB1938) |